Bridging Worlds - Building Feminist Geographies: Essays in Honour of Janice Monk

This book celebrates the 30th anniversary of the IGU Commission on Gender and Geography and honors Janice Monk's contributions to feminist geography. It includes chapters from over 45 leading international scholars covering key areas Monk has contributed to, providing critical insights into feminist geography, gender, work, and environmental concerns. The collaborative nature of the project reflects Monk's networks and themes, making it a valuable resource for scholars, students, and activists in gender studies, development studies, and human geography.

Format: Hardback
Length: 254 pages
Publication date: 01 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This remarkable book celebrates the 30th anniversary of the IGU Commission on Gender and Geography, paying tribute to the pioneering work of Janice Monk in establishing the field of feminist geography. Published as part of the esteemed International Studies of Women and Place series, co-edited by Janice Monk and Janet Momsen for over three decades, the collection showcases the profound contributions of over 45 esteemed international scholars to key areas within feminist geography. The collaborative nature of this project reflects the networks and themes nurtured by Monk throughout her illustrious career, making it a testament to her enduring impact.

The book offers critical insights into a wide array of topics, encompassing the development of feminist geography across diverse global contexts, the gendered geographies of work and everyday life, and the intersection of gender and environmental concerns. Diverse voices and perspectives within these pages serve as invaluable resources for scholars, students, educators, and activists engaged in gender and feminist geographies, the history of the IGU Commission on Gender and Geography, the career trajectories of women geographers across the world, the gendered geographies of the life course, and feminist analyses of environmental issues.

With its comprehensive coverage and interdisciplinary approach, this book is destined to be a valuable asset to those seeking to deepen their understanding of gender, space, and the complex interplay between the two. It will be particularly useful to students, educators, and activists in the fields of gender studies, development studies, and human geography, as it provides a comprehensive and accessible platform for exploring these critical issues.

Weight: 662g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032275628